Production Planning & Scheduling Specialist

Position Summary The Production Planning & Scheduling Specialist is responsible for developing and managing production schedules across multiple manufacturing sites to ensure optimal efficiency, on‑time delivery, and inventory accuracy. This role serves as the central coordination point between production, inventory control, and logistics, with a strong emphasis on production scheduling and SAP‑based execution. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Production Scheduling (Primary Focus) Create, maintain, and optimize daily and weekly production schedules for air vent manufacturing operations in Dallas. Coordinate production planning for sister plants in Orrick, Missouri and Portland, Oregon to ensure alignment with demand and capacity. Continuously adjust schedules to accommodate changes in demand, labor availability, material constraints, and equipment capacity. Production Control Generate and release production orders in SAP. Ensure all production orders are properly executed, confirmed, and closed by production leads. Monitor shop floor progress and resolve discrepancies to maintain schedule adherence. Drive accountability for accurate production reporting and completion. Close out all work orders in a timely manner after checking for accuracy. Inventory Control Maintain accurate inventory levels for finished goods, work‑in‑process (WIP), and raw materials. Reconcile inventory discrepancies and ensure system accuracy in SAP. Partner with warehouse and production teams to optimize inventory turns and minimize excess/shortages. Logistics & STO Coordination Plan and coordinate Stock Transfer Orders (STOs) between plants. Schedule inter‑plant truckloads of finished goods and component parts. Ensure alignment between production schedules and transportation availability. Cross‑Functional Coordination Collaborate with operations, procurement, customer service, and logistics teams to ensure customer demand is met. Identify and resolve bottlenecks or constraints impacting production flow. Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, scheduling, and inventory management. Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations management, business, or related field and 3‑7+ years in experience in production scheduling, production control, or supply chain planning in a manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred. Experience managing multi‑site or interplant scheduling is highly desirable. Core Competencies Ability to foster trusting relationships, teamwork, and cross collaboration. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills. Demonstrates personal accountability for results. Organizational Competencies Continuous Improvement, Continuous Learning, Agility, Active Listening and Understanding, Inclusive Decision Making, Customer Focus, Growth Mindset, Steadfast Ethics, and Integrity, Creative Problem Solving, Broad Perspective Technical Skills Proficient with SAP or an equivalent ERP system. Advanced scheduling and planning abilities. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. High attention to detail and data accuracy. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing and walking on the manufacturing floor. Work Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to manufacturing equipment and machinery, forklifts, and pallets. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme hot and cold weather conditions. Personal protective equipment is required in all areas of the production plant. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Disclaimer The information in this description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Gibraltar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, arrest record, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gibraltar Industries